Serving 660 students in grades 6-8, Rogers-herr Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Rogers-Herr Middle serves the southern part of Durham, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 96 square miles. Most families in the area can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rogers-herr Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rogers-herr Middle School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
660 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rogers-herr Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rogers-herr Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#547 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rogers-herr Middle School's ranking?
Rogers-herr Middle School is ranked #547 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rogers-herr Middle School often compared to?
Rogers-herr Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Githens Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rogers-herr Middle School?
660 students attend Rogers-herr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Rogers-herr Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rogers-herr Middle School?
Rogers-herr Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rogers-herr Middle School offer ?
Rogers-herr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rogers-herr Middle School part of?
Rogers-herr Middle School is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Rogers-herr Middle School located?
Rogers-herr Middle School is located in the Rockwood neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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